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Fried fish

Kitchen, Appetizer

Kitchen, Appetizer

Pepper
Lemon juice
Sauces
Fish
Preparation Time:
20
Note:
The most well-known recipes for fried fish come from Mediterranean origins. They are particularly famous in Andalusia, Catalonia, and some regions of Italy. They are mainly enjoyed in the summer, right after frying, and typically paired with a beer. In Cuba, we also eat fried fish. We have our own species, such as majúas and sardinitas.
Ingredients:
  • 500 grams of small fish
  • ½ cup of wheat flour
  • 1 cup of oil for frying
  • 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:

Wash the fish well, drain them, and dry them on paper towels.

Anchovies / CiberCuba Kitchen

Season them with salt and pepper and set aside for a few minutes.

In a plastic bag or a cartridge, add the wheat flour. Then, incorporate the small fish and shake it so that the flour adheres well to all of them.

Little fish in flour / CiberCuba Kitchen

Heat the oil in the skillet over high heat. When it's hot, add the small fish to fry, making sure to shake off any excess flour beforehand. Do this in batches to ensure they fry evenly.

Little fish in hot oil / CiberCuba Kitchen

Let them drain on absorbent paper to remove excess fat.

Fried little fish draining on paper towels / CiberCuba Kitchen

Serve them hot, crispy, and with a wedge of lime, ready to be dressed up. You can also pair them with a sauce; the most common options are mayonnaise, aioli, or a sweet and sour sauce. They are perfect as an appetizer, but can also serve as a main dish for a quick meal.

Fried anchovies / CiberCuba Kitchen

Enjoy your meal!

Servings:
3
Pepper
Lemon juice
Sauces
Fish